Last orders have been called in the public consultation about planned changes to Hounslow 's alcohol licensing policy.

People living and working in the borough have until next Wednesday (October 28) to have their say about new guidelines regarding the sale and consumption of liquor.

The updated policy incorporates new 'cumulative impact' powers introduced earlier this year to make it harder for new off-licences and pubs to open in Hounslow and north Isleworth , where councillors had bemoaned the "proliferation" of such venues.

Members of the public were invited to comment on proposed changes to Hounslow Council 's 2010 policy during the eight-week consultation which began in September.

Councillor Richard Foote, cabinet member for community protection, said: "As we all know, places that sell alcohol can easily become magnets for antisocial behaviour and crime if licensees are irresponsible.

"Our policy is also designed to make sure alcohol is not being sold to children and, in some areas that cheap, strong drinks are kept off the shelves in shops and supermarkets. That's why we regularly carry out test purchases, where teenagers are sent in under cover to see if they can buy drink.

"This consultation gives people the chance to have their say on how we shape this policy over the next few years and I would urge people to have their say if they have concerns."

* For more information about the new blueprint and to have your say, click here .